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Northern Star Council is reporting a record number of Eagle Scouts in 2008. In the past few years, many young men of Northern Star Council have been working toward Eagle rank. In 2006, as a newly-merged council, Northern Star celebrated 699 Eagle Scouts.
If you've checked out, Chief Seattle Council or Greater New York Councils websites lately you've seen an emphasis on "words to live by". For those unfamiliar with this campaign the "words to live by" are the Scout Law, Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, Reverent.
Welcome to Friday Funny! Every Friday, Scouting News will share a Scouting related joke with our readers. Hopefully you find it just as funny as we did! Today's Friday Funny comes from the Boy's Life Joke Archives , and was originally submitted by Ed L.
The $25 million Shaping Tomorrow's Leaders capital campaign recently achieved 75% of goal. "This important campaign will help Northern Star Council better deliver Scouting's proven programs to all youth by equipping volunteers with the needed tools and facilities for the next 100 years," said campaign chair Fritz Corrigan.
Scouting News has extracted a few facts, our readers have asked about in the past, from the Response to various inquiries regarding the Boy Scouts of America memorandum released in response to stories recently published by Hearst Newspapers . The largest Councils in the Boy Scouts of America is always listed in two different ways.
ScoutStuff.org is having a hat sale! Starting today, January 29th, select Stetson hats and other caps will be marked up to 75% off their original retail prices. Purchase one of the hats or caps marked for this promotion and receive another of equal or lesser value at no cost.
The National Council has issued a response to the news stories published today as a result of a joint investigative project from five Hearst Newspapers. While you can read the full article, Profit trumps preservation for Boy Scout councils nationwide , here are some "highlights": The Hearst journalists found that over the past 20 years, scouting…
The National Order of the Arrow website now features a new online OA Trading Post. To celebrate the launch of our new OA Trading Post Online website and to build excitement for the 2009 National OA Conference, we are offering deep discounts on all 2002, 2004, and 2006 National OA Conference patches in stock through…
When the Arizona Cardinals take the field against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Super Bowl 43 on February 1st, an Eagle Scout will settle into his place on the Arizona offensive line. Starting guard Deuce Lutui (#76) will add his 330 pounds to the Cardinals' downfield push, as he has for three seasons.
This story was written by Mrs. Betty Stephens of the 917th Wing Public Affairs office. (U.S. Air Force photo/Mrs. Betty Stephens) During Unit Training Assembly for the 917th Wing, Jan. 10, Airmen were rushing from place to place to engage in their required training, but this weekend they were joined by a group of Boy…
Following a conversation on Twitter about Eagle Scouts, I ended up running across this list of Fictional Eagle Scouts and found it very interesting. Here are a few Fictional Eagle Scouts: - Jonathan Archer and Malcolm Reed of Star Trek: Enterprise - Professor Roy Hinkley of Gilligan's Island Gilligan's Island pilot episode "Two on a Raft"[30] the…
The Spirit of Daytona Racing No. 09 Porsche V8-powered Coyote sported signage from Boy Scouts of America as the team kicked off the 2009 Rolex Sports Car Series season with a run at the famed Rolex 24 At Daytona this weekend.
In the spring of 2008, the United Way of East Central Iowa (UWECI) reduced funding to Hawkeye Area Council by $116,500 annually, a 54% reduction in their previous allocation. This represented an 8.1% reduction in the Council's operating income. The full effect of the reduction begins January 1, 2009 with the start of the reduced…
Ever wonder what your Pinewood Derby car experiences flying down the track? Thanks to the Pack 336 News Van you don't have to wonder anymore! This creative Pinewood Derby Car, or van, was submitted by Cub Scout Riley during Cub Scout Pack 336's Pinewood Derby.
Over 430 businesspeople from Southeastern Wisconsin converged on the Country Springs Hotel for Potawatomi Area Council's 11th Annual Leadership Breakfast to learn more about Scouting in the area and hear Mike Huckabee's views on leadership. Mr. Huckabee was the 44th Governor of Arkansas, serving from 1996-2007, and campaigned for the 2008 Republican nomination for President.
When thousands of composites manufacturers, suppliers and consultants converged on the Tampa Convention Center last week for COMPOSITES+ POLYCON 2009, 31 local Boy Scouts joined them. On Saturday, January 17, these young men attended the conference and trade show as part of "Think Composites," an outreach program for students developed by the American Composites Manufacturers…
Hat Tip: BoyandGirlScouts.com: Play the Merit Badge Game Sporcale has a Boy Scouts Merit Badge Quiz Game on its website. The goal of the game is to list all 121 Boy Scout Merit Badges in under 10 minutes. About Sporcle Originally begun as a sports pick'em site, Sporcle changed directions with the response to the…
Welcome to Friday Funny! Every Friday, Scouting News will share a Scouting related joke with our readers. Hopefully you find it just as funny as we did! I finally figured out why some Scouts have a problem keeping the Scout Oath and Scout Law straight.
The Mid-America Council, Boy Scouts of America is recognized as "Centennial Quality Council" for 2008, for providing youth members with the highest quality program experience possible. For nearly 100 years, the Boy Scouts of America has created a strong foundation of leadership, service, and community for millions of America's youth.
This is the second part ( read part one here ) of the interview with the Co-Directors of 759: Boy Scouts of Harlem conducted by Joshua R. Godinez. This is Joshua's first, but hopefully not last, article on Scouting News, his website BoyandGirlScouts.com provides News, Opinion, Advice with the tagline, "Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts under one…
When Tony Townsley, chief financial officer for Hokanson Companies Inc. and Assistant Scoutmaster for Del-Mi Troop 152, and his wife set up an allowance system for their children, they knew they wanted to impart the values of personal financial management and philanthropy.
I have received a few inquiries as to where more information could be found on "The Chiefs Corps", that was referenced in the NOAC Update - 1/15/09 . Since I was unable to find additional information on the 2009 National Order of the Arrow Conference website , here is the full article that was sent out in the…
This is part one of a two-part interview with the Co-Directors of 759: Boy Scouts of Harlem conducted by Joshua R. Godinez. This is Joshua's first, but hopefully not last, article on Scouting News, his website BoyandGirlScouts.com provides News, Opinion, Advice with the tagline, "Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts under one roof… with proper supervision…
The recent OA National Events Information Newsletter included information about the Order of the Arrow Ocean Adventure Program being sold out for 2009. Keep in mind that the Ocean Adventure Program is SOLD OUT for 2009! If you would like to participate in Order of the Arrow Ocean Adventure in 2010, you should sign up…
Imagine sleeping outside in a cardboard box during the frigid winter nights in Minnesota to call attention to the plight of the homeless. That is exactly what a Boy Scout from Plymouth, Minnesota Boy Scout has done since he was five years old!
A Cub Scout who realized his cousin was drowning and pulled him to safety received a Heroism Award during a National Court of Honor Ceremony on Wednesday, January 14th, 2009. Zach Heatley, a member of Cub Scout Pack 531, chartered to the Kratz Elementary School PTO in the Ritenour School District, was recognized at the…
Congratulations to Trevor Davis of Troop 13 and Evan Neu of Troop 18, both of Central Minnesota Council, named the 2008 St. Cloud Morning Optimist Club Youth Award winners. Chartered in 1973, the St. Cloud Morning Optimist Club members represent a cross section of their community.
This Summer, the Order of the Arrow will be piloting its first International High Adventure Program at Northern Tier's Donald Rogert Canoe Base at Atikokan in Canada. This program will be building on 10 years of success with Wilderness Voyage, the OA's presence at Northern Tier's Charles L.
For every order of $50 or more you place between January 19th and January 28th at Scoutstuff.org , they'll send you a $10 Boy Scouts of America Gift Card. Use it at your local national Scout Shop or online at Scoutstuff.org .
Fast Tracks is a National BSA program which is designed to help dens make sure their boys are advancing in rank. Fast Tracks is a series of den meeting plans (two den meetings per month) designed to be used in conjunction with the youth handbooks.
Rocky Mountain Council, BSA announced record growth in 2008. 1,900 new boys, young men and young women have joined the Council giving it a membership of 5,173 youth with a total net increase of 29.7%. The Council saw a 5% jump in traditional membership during the year, with community programs rising 8.8%.
If you haven't signed up for the OA National Events Information Newsletter yet, you are missing valuable National Order of the Arrow Conference news! Another update went out on January 15th, here are the highlights: Chief Corps Looking for Chiefs to further their commitment to LIVING THE LEGACY of servant leadership.
February 1st, 2009 is being advertised as Scout Day with the University of Wisconsin Badger Women's Hockey Team, however its more than just free admission for Scouts in uniform. Kids 12 and under are taking over the Kohl Center, when the Women Badger Hockey team takes on Ohio State at Noon on Sunday, February 1st.
According to the Fall / Winter 2008 edition of the The Commissioner , based on the new Boy Scout Centennial Uniform design, it has been approved for the Commissioner Arrowhead Honor emblem to be worn on the left sleeve of the Commissioner's uniform immediately below the Council Strip.
ScoutStuff.org is giving away a 2009 BSA Calendar with any online purchase. The listed retail price of the calendar is $9.99. To receive your free calendar, enter coupon code "C28948″ or "C28949″ at checkout. A 16-month calendar, starting in September 2008, is filled with colorful Scouting photographs, plus plenty of room to write in your…
Did you notice that the January issue of Boy's Life had less advertising in it? According to a story by the New York Times, Prominent Magazines Lose Weight, Shedding Nearly Half Their Ads , January 2009 was less friendly than most January's for monthly magazines.
The National Learning for Life Conference is fast approaching! This conference is being held in San Diego, California on March 10-12, 2009. The theme for the conference is "Exploring 60th Anniversary," and will feature something for everyone. What to Expect The conference's opening session will feature Bill Milliken , Founder and Vice Chairman, Communities In Schools…
Last night the consolidation between Okaw Valley Council and Trails West Council was approved by both Councils. The new Council will be known as Lewis and Clark Council and will be headquartered in Belleviille, Illinois. Scouting News had brought word of a possible merger of these two Councils back in October of 2008 .
Back in November Scouting News introduced you to the Holiday Mail for Heroes program . The American Red Cross is partnering with Pitney Bowes this holiday season for the Holiday Mail for Heroes campaign. For the second year in a row, they are collecting holiday cards to distribute to American service members, veterans and their families…
While this post was waiting to go live, Josh over at BoyandGirlScouts.com beat me to the punch - BSA Subscriptions and New Stuff . Check his post for details how to subscribe to the BSA Licensing Insider and other BSA emails and to see pictures of the new products.
I was recently made aware of a new documentary film in production, titled 759: Boy Scouts of Harlem . The film is a 72 minute documentary coming in the Spring of 2009. Film Synopsis 759: Boy Scouts of Harlem is an upbeat, family friendly verite-style documentary about the unexpected power of Scouting.
Lowe's Home Improvement Stores and the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation are teaming up once again to provide tips, tools, and tricks for the Pinewood Derby season. Robert Bosch Tool Corporation is offering a a "Pinewood Derby Accessory Kit" for Dremel rotary tools exclusively at Lowe's Home Improvement stores across the United States.
The Innovation and Strategy Group is exploring the possibility of lifting the ban on a few unauthorized activities. According to posts on the BSA Innovation Engine : Recently the Innovation and Strategy Group conducted a survey to determine the level of interest in various high adventure activities.
Who would dream a web-component company from a different country would help us? But that's exactly what KWizCom did!" exclaims Rob Potthoff, the IT Manager for the Yorkville Pack 340 website . The Illinois Yorkville Pack 340, like other Cub Scout packs across America, is dedicated instilling in their "cubs" a strong backbone of values and…
The National Scouting Museum has announced its January and February Merit Badge schedule. Citizenship in the Nation January 10, 2009 2:30pm - 4:30pm January 31, 2009 2:30pm - 4:30pm Communications February 7, 2009 10:00am - 12:30pm February 28, 2009 10:00am - 12:30pm Emergency Preparedness February 14, 2009 9:30am - 1:00pm February 21, 2009 9:30am - 1:00pm Fingerprinting January 24, 2009 1:00pm-4:00pm…
The Florida Sea Base Alumni & Friends Association is planning the largest Sea Base reunion ever for 2010! The reunion will be held the weekend of October 8 - 12, 2010 at the Sea Base. This event will celebrate the 30 year anniversary of Sea Base and the 100 year anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America.
The Boy Scouts of America National Council has relaunched the ScoutParents website. The new version is less interactive and more in line with other National Council websites. The ScoutParents website is now hosted on the same content management system as other National BSA websites.
Welcome to Friday Funny! Every Friday, Scouting News will share a Scouting related joke with our readers. Hopefully you find it just as funny as we did! This week's Friday Funny comes from a Jamboree Shouler Patch (JSP) that was issued by Buckeye Council for the 2010 National Scout Jamboree.
Each year the National Order of the Arrow Committee provides matching service award grants for a limited number of Lodge projects. The evaluators consider the innovative scope and design of the project, the number of Scouts impacted by they project, and how the project enhances Cub Scouting or Boy Scouting in the Council.
Just received the latest OA National Events Information Newsletter, if you haven't subscribed to get these valuable updates, you can subscribe to the National Events Information Email List . Here are the highlights: NOAC 2009 Will Be Theme Driven The 2009 NOAC will be the first National Order of the Arrow Conference to be driven by…
